The music education concentration is a B.M. program that provides the skills necessary for teaching music in public or private schools in California. It is recommended for anyone planning a teaching career in music. The program consists of a core of basic music major requirements, plus specialized courses for prospective teachers of vocal, instrumental, and general music in elementary, junior high, and senior high schools. The core curriculum for music majors provides a thorough foundation in such essential skills as keyboard facility, theoretical understanding, aural perception, and analysis of a wide range of music literature.